Best Osteoarthritis doctors in Turkey: TOP 63 doctors

Performed Turkey's first robotic knee and hip replacements – Dr. Turan leads the Robotic Orthopedic Surgery Center with 2,000+ robotic surgeries.

• Trained in the kinematic knee technique by Steven Howell
• Director of TT Orthopedic Academy, training surgeons internationally
• Member of Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA)
• Uses Journey II knee prosthesis system

Specializing in patient-specific orthopedics since 2014 – Dr. Gemalmaz performed many first-of-their-kind surgeries in Turkey using 3D-printed guides and implants.

• 19 years of experience of orthopedic experience, including 1,100 treatments
• Associate Professor at Acıbadem Mehmet Ali Aydınlar School of Medicine
• Focuses on complex malunions, deformities, and revision arthroplasty
• Trained at Gazi University, one of Turkey's top medical schools

Prof. Demiralp brings over 35 years of experience of specialized orthopedic experience, with training at Mayo Clinic and expertise in complex cases at Medical Park Antalya.

• Trained in orthopedic oncology at Mayo Clinic
• Specializes in arthroplasty and trauma surgery
• Member of Turkish Orthopaedic Association and other key societies
• Published research on bone tumors and limb reconstruction

Dr. Tuna specializes in minimally invasive surgical techniques for osteoarthritis at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Significant experience in treating a wide range of orthopedic conditions
• Expert in arthroscopic surgery and trauma care
• Member of the Turkish Orthopedic and Traumatology Association
• Contributed to numerous publications on innovative surgical techniques

Dr. Sokucu specializes in orthopedic surgery with a focus on osteoarthritis, combining clinical practice with academic research at Istanbul Aydın University.

• Board-certified in Orthopaedics and Traumatology
• Member of the European Board of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
• Published multiple studies on innovative orthopedic treatments
• Expertise in minimally invasive surgical techniques

10,000+ knee and hip replacements performed – Dr. Cekic specializes in joint and cartilage surgery at OrtoCare Clinic.

• 15 years of experience of orthopedic experience with a focus on osteoarthritis
• Expert in stem cell treatments and non-surgical pain management
• Attended advanced courses in knee arthroplasty and arthroscopy
• Published research on fracture healing and radiographic assessment

Specialized in joint reconstruction with advanced training in MAKO robotic-assisted surgeries – Dr. Kezer brings precision to osteoarthritis treatment at Turan Turan Health Group.

• Trained in MAKO Total Knee, Partial Knee, and Hip Replacement techniques
• Attended International Congress for Joint Reconstruction in Nashville
• Member of Hip Knee Arthroplasty Association and TOTBID
• Extensive education in arthroplasty and arthroscopy techniques

Specializes in robotic and advanced arthroplasty for osteoarthritis – trained in Luxembourg and the US for cutting-edge joint replacement techniques.

• Over 13 years of experience of orthopedic experience with specialized training in hip and knee replacements
• Expert in developmental hip dysplasia and complex joint reconstruction
• Member of the International Congress for Joint Reconstruction and Turkish Society of Orthopaedics

900+ joint replacements performed – Dr. Aydin specializes in hip, knee, and shoulder surgeries at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• 18 years of experience of experience in orthopedic surgery
• Expert in trauma, sports injuries, and spine procedures
• Associate Professor with research in fracture healing
• Uses minimally invasive techniques to speed recovery

Associate Professor with 33 years of experience in radiology – Dr. Ozdemir specializes in diagnostic imaging for osteoarthritis at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Board-certified radiologist with extensive training at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Expert in advanced imaging techniques for joint and bone conditions
• Currently serves at Ministry of Health Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital

Orthopedics and Traumatology specialist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital with over 41 years of experience of experience.

• Specializes in knee and hip arthroscopy
• Expertise in sports injuries and orthopedic trauma
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine

Specializes in pediatric orthopedics and arthroplasty – Yusuf Yahsi leads surgical interventions at Şırnak State Hospital.

• Completed residency at Şişli Etfal – a top Turkish training hospital
• Skilled in hand surgery and complex trauma procedures
• Member of Turkish orthopedic associations including TOTBİD and TUSYAD

Trained at top international centers including UPENN and Helios Endo Clinic – Dr. Genc brings advanced techniques to Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Specializes in orthopedic surgery with a focus on joint preservation
• Advanced training in sports medicine and football injuries
• Experienced in both non-surgical and surgical management of osteoarthritis

Prof. Dr. Akif Albayrak is an orthopedic and spine surgeon in Istanbul. He practices at Central Hospital and leads the clinical and surgical spine services.

He focuses on the diagnosis and surgical treatment of complex spinal disorders. His expertise includes scoliosis, kyphosis, spinal deformities, spine trauma and reconstruction, and minimally invasive surgery. He treats both adults and children.

His training includes advanced clinical work in Turkey and abroad. He completed an observer fellowship at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. He progressed from Associate Professor to Professor and publishes regularly in international orthopedic journals.

Dr. Selman Dogan specializes in hip and knee arthroplasty, with 20 years of experience of experience and over 900 procedures performed.

• Trained in orthopedic oncology at Goztepe Teaching and Research Hospital
• Expert in sports traumatology, including ACL and meniscus repairs
• Completed residency at Istanbul Umraniye Training and Research Hospital
• Graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine

Prof. Dr. Gursel Saka specializes in spine surgery, trauma surgery, and arthroplasty – with a focus on complex cases at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Expert in arthroplasty and joint replacement surgeries
• Finalist for Tubitak XI. Technology Awards in 2014
• Associate Professor at Health Sciences University
• Performs advanced procedures for osteoarthritis patients

The doctor completed medical education at GATA Medical Faculty and specialized in Orthopedics and Traumatology at GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital. Progressing through an academic career, the doctor became an assistant professor in 2007, an associate professor in 2014, and a full professor in 2021. Since 2016, the doctor has been serving as an Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist at Anadolu Medical Center.

The doctor is a member of several prestigious organizations, including the European Society of Sports Traumatology Knee Surgery and Arthroscopy. Specializes in arthroscopic surgery, sports injuries, trauma surgery, and joint prosthesis surgery.

Dr. Mehmet Aydogan is a specialist in Orthopedics, Traumatology, and Spine Surgery at Memorial Şişli Hospital. He worked in Spine Surgery there in 2024–2025 and has been in Orthopedics since 2026. He previously led the Orthopedic Surgery, Traumatology & Advanced Spine Surgery Center at Emsey Hospital (2018–2022). His experience includes the EURO SPINE Surgical Spine Center of Excellence in Switzerland (2022–2024) and a research fellowship at the UCLA Comprehensive Spine Center (2009–2011). He also held posts at Boğaziçi Spine Center, Medical Park Göztepe, and Florence Nightingale.

Education: MD, Ege University (1990–1996). Residency in Orthopedics and Traumatology at Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kartal TRH (2000–2004). Publications: 50 journal articles and 37 presentations.

Memberships: TTB, TOTBİD, Turkish Spine Society, MINOD, NASS, SRS, European Spine Society, and APSS.

Founded Turkey's first spine surgery center – Dr. Hamzaoglu leads the Istanbul Scoliosis and Spine Center with innovative techniques.

• Over 43 years of experience of experience in orthopedics and spine surgery
• Trained at Minnesota Spine Center and University of Hokkaido
• Professor at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Specializes in complex spinal conditions including scoliosis